CNL recently developed a new plan – known as Vision 2030 – that clarifies its long-term vision, and which charts its activities for the next decade. Among the projects CNL is pursuing is the siting of small modular reactors (SMRs) at the Chalk River campus; research related to the production and distribution of next-generation medical isotopes; and some of the largest and most complex environmental remediation projects ever undertaken in Canada. This is in addition to projects studying hydrogen energy, advanced nuclear fuels, environmental sciences, cyber security, radiopharmaceutical development, and a whole host of other areas of research.
Future Vision for the Chalk River Laboratories
All of this work is being conducted at the Chalk River Laboratories, which is being modernized through the revitalization of essential site infrastructure and a significant investment in new, world-class science facilities. This capital program is part of a 10-year transformation of the campus, funded through a $1.2 billion investment from AECL, the owner of the site, on behalf of the Government of Canada.
The Chalk River Laboratories as a thriving nuclear science and technology campus is here to stay. The Government of Canada has shown a clear commitment to a strong and vibrant lab that will continue to drive innovation into the future.
“We have been working hard to position the Chalk River Laboratories for the future, ensuring that we maintain and expand our leadership position in key areas of research, while exploring new commercial opportunities. It is exciting to watch this vision take shape."
What’s next for the future of Canada’s national nuclear laboratory?
On 2023 March 29, Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) and Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) delivered an update on their work to build a bright and commercially successful future for the Chalk River Laboratories campus. The session was broadcast to over 200 people. The recording is available here for you to view.
